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I found the prescription of prenatal vitamins that I had from my pregancy in Jan06 (which resulted in a m/s) and I was wondering, would they still be good? I haven't taken any vitamins yet and I know I need to start immediately and I wasn't sure if I need a prescription for them or can I just buy them over the counter? I feel so out of the loop on the right things to do and my first appt with the nurse isn't until 11/16, I'm surprised they didn't ask me about that when I called to make my appointment?
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Sometimes there is a date somewhere on the bottle... I am not sure how long vitamins stay "good" for. You can buy prenatal vitamins OTC, but I do not know how they compare with the prescription variety, as far as proper nutrients. I would think the most important thing to pay attention to is the folic acid content. You might want to call the doctor's office and ask them to call in a script to the pharmacy, which I would think they would be able to do without seeing you, as they are simply prenatal vitamins. Or, you could ask if there is a certain OTC brand the doctor recommends or ask what you should look for to make sure you are getting what you need. Good luck and congrats!
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Thanks baby020607, I checked the bottle and it says to use by 02/08/07 so I think they're ok, but I'll call the Dr office tomorrow to make sure!
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Hi there, I use Materna and there is an expiry date and you can but them over the counter.
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I use FLINTSTONES...they are cheap and have everything in them, in the right ratio... and some more...plus they are tasty!
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Seriously, Flintstones??? Chewables?Because I hate taking the big horse pills! and they make me nauseous.
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Is there the right amount of folic acid in Flintstones?
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Yes...FLINTSTONES has 400 mg of folic acid (100%)...but I did forget to mention I take an additional folic acid+ B6 B12 combo that I get from HI HEALTH but I have done that since prior to pregnancy as I need the additional B complex...But yes...if you look...most prenates only have 400 mg folic acid in them or you have have to take 2 or 3 doses a day where Flintstones is a single chewable...
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OH and also...too much Vitamin A is very bad for your liver ( I once took some multi's from High Health and had routine labs done...Dr freaked at my liver profile...asked me if I was an alcoholic...I seldom drink) Turned out to be the 10k units vit A in the horse pills.
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I use Duet Chewables by StuartNatal (available with a prescription only). They taste decent, and it is much better than swallowing a huge pill to me. My dr said to get one with 1000mcg (1mg) of folic acid, and these have exactly that.
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I also take the Flintstones chewables. Doctor told me to switch after the prescription horse pills were making my morning sickness worse. I am now 30w and still taking the Flintstones every morning!
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